Sardonyx and Hackmanite Physical Properties

Sardonyx

Hackmanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.70

2.27-2.33

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7

5.5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Sardonyx and Hackmanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx and Hackmanite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Sardonyx and Hackmanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Sardonyx and Hackmanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sardonyx and Hackmanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sardonyx and Hackmanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sardonyx is 2.27-2.33 whereas that of Hackmanite is 2.27-2.33.